The Face-Slapping Moment Comes Unexpectedly

"Really? Teacher, you could break through using this method?"

Hearing this, Tang San was overjoyed.

"Mm! It still needs to be verified, but for me, it's worth trying!" Yu Xiaogang nodded firmly.

Even if it was just to test this hypothesis, he would try it. Moreover, there was a chance it could help him break through the bottleneck he had faced for years.

"Xiao San, don't think too much about this method. It's only useful for soul masters with average talent like us. You have top-tier talent. Using this method would actually harm you!" Yu Xiaogang then warned Tang San seriously.

"Blowing up a spirit ring is a last resort. That Su Xing is probably a genius in creating spirit skills, so even after destroying his spirit rings, he still possesses such strength. However, if most people blew up their spirit rings, they'd lose all their skills."

"If someone used this method to increase their spirit power and blew up all their spirit rings without breaking through the bottleneck, they'd essentially be crippled!"

Yu Xiaogang explained the severe consequences of using such a method. The results could be dire! This would be a major point of emphasis if he were to publish the theory.

"I understand, Teacher!" Tang San nodded seriously, understanding Yu Xiaogang's point.

"Mm! As long as you understand. If my guess is right, Su Xing's rapid rise in power might be impressive now, but given his innate talent, the most he could achieve would be the Soul Saint level. And that's only if his self-created spirit skills can keep up with him. Otherwise…" Yu Xiaogang trailed off, shaking his head, clearly not optimistic about Su Xing's future.

However, thinking back to his earlier judgment that Su Xing would never reach the Soul Saint level, only for Su Xing to prove him wrong, it felt a bit like he had slapped himself in the face.

"Ahem… Anyway, Xiao San, you just need to know that your talent far surpasses his. I can't see any limits to your potential. Just keep working hard!"

…

After catching up with Tang San and learning the information he wanted, Yu Xiaogang officially took up the role of instructor at Shrek Academy after being notified by Flender.

"Becoming my students, there's one thing you must remember first."

"There are no useless martial spirits, only useless soul masters!"

"While I can't claim expertise in everything, when it comes to martial spirit research, only a handful are stronger than me!"

"As long as you're willing to work hard, and with my guidance, you can all become excellent soul masters!"

After taking on the role of instructor, Yu Xiaogang introduced himself with a motivational speech.

Aside from Dai Mubai, who was still recovering, all the students were present.

Tang San and Xiao Wu, already familiar with Yu Xiaogang, had no objections and were happy about the arrangement.

Ning Rongrong, Ma Hongjun, and Oscar, knowing that the formidable Tang San had been taught by Yu Xiaogang, were also excited. This teacher seemed quite reliable!

Back when Zhao Wuji had conducted the entry test for Tang San and the others, Ma Hongjun had already returned, so they all witnessed Tang San's incredible performance when he made Zhao Wuji suffer a significant defeat.

Though Su Xing's victory over Dai Mubai had shocked them, Tang San passing Zhao Wuji's test and even humiliating him had left them even more astonished.

After all, while Dai Mubai was a Level 37 Soul Elder, Zhao Wuji was a Level 76 Soul Saint.

Moreover, Su Xing was only Level 27, whereas Tang San had already reached Level 29. Naturally, they regarded Tang San as the stronger one.

The only one whose expression was somewhat strange was Zhu Zhuqing.

"Zhu Zhuqing, do you have something on your mind?"

Yu Xiaogang noticed her expression and called her out.

"Master, I don't completely agree with what you said earlier!" Zhu Zhuqing stood up and voiced her opinion.

"While I believe you aren't a failure as a teacher, as evidenced by the students you've taught, I do think that because of martial spirits, some people are doomed not to succeed. You, for example, have been stuck at the same level for years, which is partly due to your martial spirit."

Zhu Zhuqing was hesitant at first, but since Yu Xiaogang had asked directly, she decided to speak her mind.

These were things Su Xing had talked about with her recently. At the time, Zhu Zhuqing hadn't paid much attention, thinking it was just idle talk. He had even told her how he had once been rejected as a disciple and criticized the teacher who had rejected him — the very same teacher standing before her now!

She was still furious with Su Xing, especially thinking about the kiss he stole from her. Every time it crossed her mind, she became enraged.

"Yeah! Zhu Zhuqing has a point!"

"We don't think you're a failure, Master. So, what gives?" Oscar, Ma Hongjun, and Ning Rongrong, who hadn't thought much about it before, suddenly found Zhu Zhuqing's perspective to make a lot of sense.

"…"

On stage, Yu Xiaogang was momentarily stunned, not expecting to be refuted so directly by Zhu Zhuqing.

The worst part was that he couldn't refute her. Because deep down, Yu Xiaogang knew that Zhu Zhuqing was right. This world does rely on innate talent.

Even his theories required soul masters to have a certain level of talent to put them into practice!

This was why he had rejected Su Xing's request to become his disciple in the first place. Yu Xiaogang needed to teach an outstanding student to prove himself, and Su Xing hadn't met his expectations.

Everything he said earlier was merely meant to inspire the students.

He had often delivered similar speeches when invited to give talks at Nuoding Academy, and the students were always motivated by them. Never before had anyone challenged him like this.

But now, Zhu Zhuqing's retort had left him awkwardly speechless. Face-slapping moments often come so unexpectedly.

"Ahem… well said, very well said!"

Yu Xiaogang cleared his throat and continued, "What I just said were remarks I usually make during motivational talks at other schools, meant to inspire the students!"

"But it seems Zhu Zhuqing has seen through it."

"That's right. In the end, the cultivation of soul masters still comes down to talent."

"My strength as a teacher lies in helping you find the most effective ways to train and maximize your potential!"

Phew…

Yu Xiaogang sighed in relief, thankful he had managed to recover from the situation.

"Master is right!"

"Xiaogang, the students are in your hands. I have other things to attend to, so I'll leave first!"

Flender quickly jumped in to assist Yu Xiaogang, then made an excuse and left.

"Hahaha~~"

Bang, bang, bang!

Back in his office, Flender burst out laughing, holding his stomach with one hand and slapping his desk with the other.

He hadn't expected Yu Xiaogang to be roasted so thoroughly by one of his students, without any way to respond.